Title : Self-Direction Checklist—Middle School

Description : A checklist used by students to self-assess how they take control of their own learning.

Keywords : Self-management, vision, goal setting, time management, project planning

Instructions : Use the statements to reflect on your learning process.

Categories

Grade Level : 6-8

Subject : 

Type of Assessment : Self-management/Self-direction

 

Always

Sometimes

Hardly Ever

Examples/
Reflections

I decide on daily priorities that are consistent with my goals.

 

 

 

 

I recognize that my actions are choices I make.

 

 

 

 

I explore new points of view consistent with my goals.

 

 

 

 

I write down my plan of action.

 

 

 

 

I establish a performance standard.

 

 

 

 

I write goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, and timely.

 

 

 

 

I seek new sources of information.

 

 

 

 

I withhold judgments until I have all the information I need.

 

 

 

 

I reflect daily on my progress.

 

 

 

 

I establish progress checkpoints.

 

 

 

 

I seek others’ opinions on my plan of action.

 

 

 

 

I separate my goals into short-term and long-range goals.

 

 

 

 

I frequently brainstorm new options.

 

 

 

 

I accept others’ responsibility and worth.

 

 

 

 

I view problems as incomplete successes.

 

 

 

 

I share my goals with others.

 

 

 

 

I constantly seek new alternatives.

 

 

 

 

I accept responsibility for my actions and do not worry about perfection.

 

 

 

 

I allow my plan to be flexible if needed.

 

 

 

 

I create a support network to help in achieving my goals.